The wait is finally over for NEET UG 2026 qualifiers in Chhattisgarh. The Directorate of Medical Education (DME), Chhattisgarh, has officially released the notification for the Round 1 counselling for admission to MBBS and BDS courses for the academic year 2026-27. As per the official notice, online registration for the first phase of counselling will commence on August 9, 2026.
If you have qualified NEET UG 2026 and dream of securing a medical or dental seat in Chhattisgarh’s government or private colleges, this is your moment. The registration window is now open, and you must act fast. This comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know—from important dates and fee structure to step-by-step registration instructions, seat matrix, and document requirements.
Candidates must go through Rule-503/30/2025/MED, the Chhattisgarh Medical, Dental and Physiotherapy Undergraduate Admission Rules, 2025, before applying online at www.cgdme.in.
Category-Wise Application Fee (Non-Refundable)
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) & OBC | ₹1,000 |
| SC / ST | ₹500 |
| NRI | ₹10,000 |
Category-Wise Registration/Security Deposit Fee
| Category | Government Medical Colleges | Private Medical Colleges (and both Private/Government) |
|---|---|---|
| UR | ₹10,000 | ₹1,00,000 |
| SC / ST / OBC | ₹5,000 | ₹1,00,000 |
This registration/security amount is refundable, but if a candidate does not take admission after allotment in any round beyond the first, or takes admission and later leaves the seat, the amount will be forfeited. This fee does not apply to the BDS course.
Round 1 Schedule
| Activity | Start Date & Time | End Date & Time |
|---|---|---|
| Online Application | 09.08.2026, 11:00 AM (Server Time) | 16.08.2026, 11:59 PM (Server Time) |
| Choice Filling and Locking | 09.08.2026, 11:00 AM (Server Time) | 17.08.2026, 11:59 PM (Server Time) |
Important Points for Candidates
- Fresh Merit List: A new merit list will be released for each counselling round.
- Upgradation Option: Candidates allotted a seat in Round 1 can seek upgradation only in Round 2 if they selected the upgradation option during registration.
- EWS Category: EWS eligibility will be based strictly on the category declared in the NEET UG 2026 result data provided by NTA. Category changes are not permitted during state counselling.
- Complete Registration Early: Candidates should complete registration and fee payment at least 24 hours before the deadline to avoid issues caused by incomplete forms or payment failures.
- Fee Payment: Registration fees should be paid through the candidate’s own bank account or that of a parent/guardian. An alternate active bank account should be maintained for refunds.
- Reporting After Allotment: Candidates must report to the allotted college within the specified deadline for document verification. Failure to report will lead to exclusion from the current counselling session.
- Fee Forfeiture: If a Government, Private, or NRI quota seat remains vacant after allotment and the candidate does not join, the deposited registration fee may be forfeited.
Where to Check Updates
Candidates should regularly visit www.cgdme.in and https://cgdme.admissions.nic.in for counselling schedules, notices, and further instructions, as no individual communication will be sent by the department.
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